Category: Hair

Instead of using conventional hair care products that contain dangerous chemicals or even carcinogens, I suggest using essential oils. They are all natural and just as effective.

Some essential oils can help improve the health of your hair in many ways, whether to thicken your hair, give it shine, moisturize your scalp, treat dandruff or lighten your hair naturally.

I will tell you more about each essential oil and its beneficial treatment. But before, I give you different ways to proceed. If you want to start the “no poo” movement, I’m talking about my experience here. If you use conventional commercial products, know that these can harm your health. Some people suggest adding essential oils to commercial products, but I personally do not recommend it. They could interact badly and hurt your hair and your health.

3 ways to use the essential oil for your hair

It is simple to use essential oils for the hair. Here are 3 ways to do so:

It’s all about simply combining your favorite essential oil with a vegetable oil and then massaging the mixture on your scalp.

Simply diffuse essential oils at home can help fight stress and promote hair growth.

Now, what essential oil do you need? What treatment do you need? Check the list below to help you choose.

10 essential oils, 10 treatments

Lavender: When massaged on the scalp, it improves blood circulation. It is a powerful moisturizer, antimicrobial and antiseptic.

Rosemary : Helps to thicken the hair and prevent their gray appearance thanks to its antioxidants. Reduces the production of sebum and therefore helps that the scalp is less greasy.

Lemongrass: It is ideal to fight dandruff especially if they are due to a proliferation of yeast.

Chamomile (Roman): Having natural anti-inflammatory properties, it soothes and helps eliminate dandruff, psoriasis and dermatitis. It conditions the hair and protects it from damage caused by environmental pollutants. It’s a wonderful revitalizing rinse that creates a golden shine. The advantage of essential oil of chamomile is that it is not greasy, so you can use it often and not wash it unless you want to.

Sage: It is known for its phytoestrogen content, which contributes to hair growth and prevents or reverses premature baldness. It is ideal to help manage curly and frizzy hair.

Peppermint : Its cleansing action unblocks the pores and allows the normal circulation of skin cells, making it perfect for people with a dry scalp.

Cedar wood : It is ideal for regrowth / hair growth and dandruff because it balances the oil glands of the scalp.

Thyme (linalool): Excellent as a softener for the skin and for hair growth.

Ylang ylang : It is particularly useful for fighting dry, irritating scalp due to inadequate sebum production. Inadequate sebum production can lead to thin, brittle hair, and ultimately thinning and hair loss. Ylang Ylang essential oil naturally stimulates the production of sebum, which is ideal for moisturizing the scalp and hair. In addition, this essential oil is effective in getting rid of head lice, which is a much safer alternative to products containing pesticides.

Tea tree : It has potent antimicrobial and antifungal effects. It hydrates the scalp and relieves itching and drying. It is found in many dandruff products.

⚠️ Be careful, some skin (and scalp) are sensitive and can not stand the essential oils. If you have never used it, do a skin test before to be sure it suits you.

If you try one of the essential oils for a specific treatment, do not forget to share them in the comments below. I would like to know more about your experiences!